13 iconic truly Buenos Aires pizzerias

Step into El Cuartito and time stands still. Experienced waiters welcome you, the aroma of freshly baked mozzarella fills the air, and walls loaded with history: autographed photos, jerseys, pennants, even portraits of Gardel, Maradona, and Messi.

Founded in 1934, this “pizza temple” remains as relevant as ever. Not everyone can say they served tango, football, and motorsport legends... all under the same roof! In 2024, it was recognized by the Buenos Aires City Government for 90 years of legacy.

It all started in a tiny room with wine, beer, and slices wrapped in paper. Word of mouth did its job and the rest is history. Over the years, the place grew, added dining rooms and tables but never lost its essence. The name honors its origins: that little room where the legend began.

Tip: It’s almost mandatory to order their famous fugazzeta—thin dough stuffed with mozzarella and fresh cheese. A bomb.

Where: Talcahuano 937, Microcentro.

An absolute classic of Corrientes Avenue, founded in 1932. Güerrín is synonymous with grab-and-go pizza, with its always full counter and generous slices. Mozzarella melted just right, crunchy edges, and that porteño bodegón vibe that doesn’t fade with time.

The essential fainá comes straight from the wood-fired oven. Perfect to watch life pass by as you eat among office workers, tourists, and downtown regulars. The place keeps walls full of photos, dark wood decor, and high stained glass windows—a true pizza theater.

Tip: Try the “House Special,” a bomb with mozzarella, ham, sliced tomato, and olives.

Where: Av. Corrientes 1368, Microcentro.

In Belgrano, on Cabildo, there’s a well-known secret over 80 years old: Burgio. Here you can eat standing up, looking at the street or chatting with the person next to you. The slices are crunchy and loaded with cheese.

The neighborhood atmosphere is warm, with a beloved mix of loyal neighbors, the smell of hot mozzarella, and waiters who know all the orders by heart. The place keeps its traditional look with a stainless steel bar, glass counters, and vintage touches like an old phone on the wall, retro signs, and details that take you back in time. It’s a place faithful to its history, with a family feel that can’t be bought or designed but remains beloved as always.

Tip: Try the fugazzeta loaded with cheese and caramelized onions.

Where: Av. Cabildo 2477, Belgrano.

Since 1932, Las Cuartetas is one of the temples on Corrientes Street. The dining room is spacious, but the most porteño experience is at the bar. Order your slice, rest it on the marble, and enjoy standing up like a local. It has that mold-style muzza, tall, fluffy, and loaded with cheese.

The place keeps its original essence, with high ceilings and aesthetics that transport you to the golden years of porteño theater. The mix of classic architecture and daily bustle gives it a unique touch. Here, time seems frozen, and each slice carries the history that makes this place a true city emblem.

Tip: The classic muzza with fainá is a must.

Where: Av. Corrientes 838, Microcentro.

On the border between Villa Ortúzar and Colegiales, La Mezzetta has offered the best of porteño pizza for over 50 years. Its simple, unpretentious place keeps the charm of old times—no tables or chairs, just a long bar to enjoy slices standing up, as tradition dictates.

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No flashy signs or ads, but word of mouth means long lines every night to take home the famous cheese and onion fugazzeta—a true symbol of the place.

Tip: Try the fugazzeta, a bomb of cheese and onion that will win you over.

Where: Alvarez Thomas 1321, Villa Ortúzar.

A true porteño classic. Banchero is synonymous with mold-style pizza and has been winning palates for over 80 years. Although it has several branches (even in Miami), the downtown location keeps the magic alive.

Founded in 1932, the hall still retains its vintage vibe and an atmosphere inviting you to enjoy pizza “standing up,” the traditional porteño style. Here, slices are generous, with big melted mozzarella and a crispy crust that wins everyone.

Tip: The stuffed fugazzeta is one of their most famous dishes. If you love cheese and onion, this one’s for you!

Where: Av. Corrientes 1300, Microcentro.

In the heart of San Telmo, Pirilo is a historic pizzeria opened in 1932 that has kept its essence intact ever since. Its small place is a true trip to the past: no tables or chairs, just a marble bar where you eat “standing up,” the traditional porteño way.

The atmosphere keeps its traditional look with white tile walls, old photos, and family memories decorating the place.

Everything is handmade, with hand-kneaded dough and wood-fired baking, guaranteeing an authentic, delicious flavor. The Vezzari family runs the place, keeping tradition and spirit alive.

Tip: Don’t miss the ham and bell pepper pizza.

Where: Defensa 821, San Telmo.

Located on the border between Palermo and Villa Crespo, Angelín is a historic pizzeria famous since 1938 for creating the “pizza de cancha” (stadium pizza): a dough topped only with spiced tomato sauce, no cheese, meant to be eaten on the go. This original recipe bears the mark of Oscar Vianini, an Italian immigrant who founded the place.

With over 80 years of history, it remains a meeting spot for neighbors, tourists, and good pizza lovers. And as if that were not enough, in 1981, Frank Sinatra himself fell in love with its pizza after a show at Luna Park and added it to his list of favorites! Making him one of the first international artists to surrender to the taste of porteño pizza.

Tip: The “pizza de cancha,” the icon of this place.

Where: Av. Córdoba 5270, between Uriarte and Godoy Cruz, Villa Crespo.

Founded in 1956, El Palacio de la Pizza is one of those pizzerias in Buenos Aires’ collective memory. In the heart of Microcentro, it welcomes you with a guillotine-style glass entrance where tempting doughs, pastries, and of course pizzas can already be seen.

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The atmosphere is super warm and classic, with two spacious dining rooms with tables. The standing-up bar and the open oven are a show in themselves—you can’t stop watching them while enjoying your pizza!

Tip: The ham and bell pepper pizza is a must. But leave room for dessert!

Where: Av. Corrientes 751, Microcentro.

A classic pizzeria if there ever was one. Founded in 1927 by the same Italian immigrants who opened Güerrín, Pin Pun is an Almagro emblem still standing strong on legendary Av. Corrientes, just steps from Medrano subway station (line B).

The place keeps that popular, straightforward vibe we love: long counter, grab-and-go slices, open oven, and that aroma pulling you in from the street. In 2015, it was crowned best mozzarella at the famous pizza marathon, Muza 5K. Not bad for a neighborhood pizzeria with history and street cred.

Tip: We recommend trying the Pin-Pun Special and the Muza 5K pizzas.

Where: Av. Corrientes 3954, Almagro.

In Barracas, there’s a corner where stone-baked pizza became a religion. Los Campeones, founded in 1954 by four friends dreaming of their own place, is that neighborhood refuge where the crunchy crust makes you close your eyes in pleasure and the mozzarella overflows generously.

With the oven in sight, a bodegón atmosphere, and loyal customers—including many Boca fans who come post-game—the place buzzes with history and passion.

The story began in a neighborhood café, amid football chats, dreams, and many shared slices. That essence is still strong: long-table laughter, freshly baked dough smell, and that neighborhood murmur that can’t be bought or copied.

Tip: The stone-baked pizza is glorious, but don’t leave without trying the “House Special.”

Where: Av. Montes de Oca 856, Barracas.

At the corner of Jonte and Lope de Vega stands a mold-style pizza temple: tall, crunchy, and overflowing with mozzarella. Since 1962, El Fortín keeps tradition alive. And it doesn’t matter that it’s not downtown: neighbors, curious visitors, and even celebrities cross the city to reach this Monte Castro corner.

Founded by Don Perfecto Purdón and now run by his son and grandson, this family pizzeria has become a pilgrimage spot. Many people eat standing up here, with fainá in hand and a napkin.

They say even Maradona was spotted at its tables, along with Bianchi, Fito Páez, and several other famous folks. It was declared a Cultural Interest Site by the City.

Tip: Don’t leave without trying the ricotta cake.

Where: Av. Álvarez Jonte 5299, Monte Castro.